Garment Technologist / Retail & Fashion / Technical Garment Technologist

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ladieswear brand in Manchester is seeking a Garment Technologist to enhance product development. This role involves technical tasks, quality control, and collaboration with design and production teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in womenswear, supplier coordination, and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator.

Qualifications

• Experience with UK and Far East suppliers and factories.
• Strong background in fits, fabrics, and grading.

Responsibilities

• Develop workbooks, specifications, and grading rules for garments.
• Lead fit sessions and provide fit solutions.
• Collaborate with production to establish AQLs.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Quality Control

Collaboration

Education

Experience in Multi-Category Womenswear

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

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Garment Technologist / Retail & Fashion / Technical Garment Technologist, Manchester

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Client:

Success Talent

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Retail

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is an established ladieswear brand dedicated to offering exclusive styles at an affordable price. They are seeking a Garment Technologist to support their team throughout all stages of product development. This role involves performing various technical, investigative, and quality control tasks to ensure the final products meet all specifications.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing workbooks, specifications, and grading rules for garments
• Leading fit sessions with the design team and providing fit solutions for various body types
• Collaborating with production to establish AQLs for suppliers
• Reviewing AQL reports and overseeing the measurement, review, and approval of samples
• Addressing styles with quality control or fit issues and making adjustments to reduce returns
• Coordinating with suppliers to ensure critical path deadlines are met

You should have experience with Adobe Illustrator, as you’ll be assisting the design team in creating tech packs temporarily. We seek an organized individual capable of implementing new procedures to enhance business efficiency. A strong background in multi-category womenswear, including fits, fabrics, and grading, is essential. Experience working with UK and Far East suppliers and factories is also required.

Please click the apply button to send your CV to Rachel Greene, remembering to state your current salary and package.

Job Ref: RG-5001739

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We regret that due to the volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.